Scholarships
Loan / Financial Aid Scholarships to Study Abroad for Indian Students
Loans and financial aid help to pay for study; loans have to be repaid under their own terms.
3 scholarships
- ClosedGrantAga Khan Foundation International Scholarship ProgrammeAga Khan FoundationStudents from selected countries (for example those listed); applications are handled by local contactsApplications closed. Next cycle: Early 2027View Scholarship
- ClosedLoan / Financial AidJ N Tata Endowment Loan ScholarshipJ N Tata EndowmentStudents from IndiaApplications closed. Next application cycle has not been announcedView Scholarship
- ClosedLoan / Financial AidK C Mahindra Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies AbroadK C Mahindra Education TrustStudents from IndiaApplications closed. Next application cycle has not been announcedView Scholarship
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Before you apply
3 of these name India among the eligible countries; 0 more are open to international students generally. Each scholarship's own rules decide who can apply.
Scholarships are competitive: meeting the eligibility rules does not guarantee an award. Always confirm the details and dates on the official website before applying.
- Check who can apply: nationality, residency and the level you will study.
- Check whether you need a university offer before applying, or apply for the scholarship first.
- Compare what each award covers: tuition, living costs, travel, insurance and accommodation are listed separately.
- Note the deadline and prepare documents early; many programmes ask for references and a personal statement.
Frequently asked questions
Can students from India get scholarships to study abroad?
Yes, there are scholarships students from India can apply for: 3 listed here name India as eligible, and 0 more are open to international students generally. Being eligible does not guarantee an award; selection is competitive.
Can I apply for a scholarship before university admission?
It depends on the scholarship. Some need an offer from an eligible university first, some are applied for separately (sometimes before you have applied to a university), and some are awarded automatically through the university application. Each scholarship page says which applies, where the official source states it.
Can I apply for more than one scholarship?
Usually you can apply to several, but some scholarships cannot be held together with other funding. Check the conditions on each scholarship page and on the official website.
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